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The Self-Access Centre - Spanish - Course Books

These course books are available in the Self-Access Centre. You can improve various language skills; some books are designed so that you can improve your exam techniques. Check "Description" for more details about each book.

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This book is designed to take the student from GCSE level to A-Level standard Spanish. The book tackles the four main categories of language, reading, listening, speaking and writing, in a logical progression from simple exercises early in the book to more complex material at the end. The instructions and commentaries are all in Spanish to encourage the student to think in the language. Accompanying audio cassettes are available in the Language Lab. 1 ! Ahora Mismo! P.A. Turk & M.A. Zollo Hodder & Stoughton Ltd B2, C1 1990 3
This book is suitable for students with GCSE Level Spanish wishing to improve their confidence and competence in the language. "Libro 4" is based in Castile and focuses on the needs of students working or studying in Spain. Through the wide range of topics, activities and skills practice, students gain the confidence to communicate effectively and benefit fully from their contact with Spanish speakers. In addition, authentic documents and photographs provide insights into the culture and customs of Spain. 2 ¡Vaya! - Libro 4 Michael Buckby, Christine Newsham, Michael Calvert & Brian Young Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd B1, B2 1990 6
This clear and user-friendly coursebook is suitable for students wishing to achieve GCSE standard Spanish. Each of its eighteen chapters are divided into four 'pasos', the first dealing with vocabulary, the second and third tackling grammar, while the fourth integrates the vocabulary and grammar in skill-building activities. Each chapter also includes an 'enfoque cultural' which focuses on a distinct country or region in the Spanish-speaking world and includes interesting facts about people, places, and events in that geographical area. Includes grammar and verb tables at the back of the book 3 ¿Qué Tal? Thalia Dorwick & Ana María Pérez-Gironés McGraw Hill Companies, Inc A2, B1 2003 2
This book comprises of eighteen units which include much cultural information as well as linguistic exercises. Each unit seeks to improve reading and writing skills as well as pronunciation, widen vocabulary and tackle grammar that students often find problematic. 4 A Fondo - Curso Superior de Español para Extranjeros Maria Luisa Coronado González &. García González Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. C1, C2 1994 2
This course is designed for students who have mastered the basics of the Spanish language and who are able to converse in everyday situations, and who wish to take their Spanish to an advanced level. The twelve units in the book focus on improving grammar, improving pronunciation and expanding vocabulary. As well as the exercises, there are numerous extracts from Spanish newspapers and journals, as well as pieces from famous Spanish literature, in order to improve the student's appreciation of Spanish culture. 5 Abanico - Libro del Alumno María Dolores Chamorro Guerrero & José Plácido Ruiz Campillo Difusion S.L. B2, C1 1995 1
This book is a course in Spanish for students of Tourism and Hospitality, or for anyone who would like to learn Spanish for travel. 6 Bienvenidos Nivel 3. Español para Profesionales: Turismo y Hosteleria (Libro del Alumno) Raquel Varela & Sara Robles enClave ELE B1 2009 1
This book is intended for students who have some experience of learning Spanish and who wish to improve their language skills. This book contains the core dialogues from the accompanying audio cassettes, with explanations of vocabulary and key language, notes on grammar and reading and listening comprehension exercises. 7 Breakthrough Further Spanish - Course Book Sandra Truscott & José Escribano Macmillan Publishers Ltd B2, C1 1987 3
This book is a self-study course for beginners and focuses on the Spanish needed in everyday situations. The dialogues on the audio cassettes form the basis of the exercises in this book, which also includes explanations of grammar and vocabulary. The cassettes also include exercises designed to improve pronunciation. The audio cassettes accompanying this course may be found in the Language Lab 8 Breakthrough Spanish Sandra Truscott & José Escribano Macmillan Publishers Ltd A1, A2 1982 1
This activity book allows the student to practice and develop the language skills presented in "Breakthrough Spanish". 9 Breakthrough Spanish - Activity Book Sandra Truscott Macmillan Press Ltd A1, A2 1994 1
"By Using the power of Mind Maps you will find aquiring a new language much,much easier.You are on your way!" - Tony Buzan 10 Collins Language Revolution! : Latin American Spanish Beginner with CDs Tony Buzan HarperCollins Publishers 2009 1
This book provides coverage of the foundations of the Spanish language as well as introducing the student to the culture, art and literature of the Spanish-speaking world, which forms the basis to most of the exercises in the book. The audio cassettes accompanying the book may be found in the Language Lab. 11 Cumbre - Nivel Elemental Aquilino Sánchez, María Teresa Espinet & Pascual Cantos Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. A1, A2 1995 1
The book builds on the material taught in "Cumbre Nivel Elemental," and seeks to improve the skills already acquired. Emphasis is placed on improving written and oral expression, and most of the exercises are geared towards achieving this. As in the "Nivel Elemental," the book includes much information on the culture of the Spanish world. 12 Cumbre - Nivel Medio Aquilino Sánchez, María Teresa Espinet & Pascual Cantos Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. B1, B2 1995 2
This book is intended for students of an advanced level who wish to polish their Spanish by expanding their vocabulary and improving their pronunciation and grasp of conjugations. The book aims at providing the student with the wealth of vocabulary and advanced understanding of sentence structure needed to debate and converse on several complicated subjects with accuracy and style. 13 Curso de Perfeccionamiento Concha Moreno & Martina Tuts Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. C1, C2 1994 4
This book contains fifteen chapters, each one focusing on a particular theme. Each chapter is divided into three parts; 'Actividades de Comunicación y Lecturas' which contain communicative exercises as well as readings on cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. The 'Vocabulario' section explains the thematic vocabulary presented in the preceeding section, while the 'Gramática y Ejercicios' section provides grammatical notes as well as summary exercises. Further activities and exercises are available at the Dos Mundos website, www.mhhe.com/dosmundos 14 Dos mundos Tracy Terrell, Magdalena Andrade & Jeanne Egasse McGraw Hill Companies, Inc A1, A2 2002 2
This book provides supplementary material needed to consolidate language skills. The book contains several texts on Spanish sociocultural topics, accompanied by a 'Notas' section that covers difficult grammar and vocabulary, and followed by a series of exercises; the first include multiple-choice questions that test comprehension, and open-ended questions that encourage the use of oral and writing skills. 15 Eco - A Spanish Practice Book Juan Kattan-Ibarra Hulton Educational Publications Ltd A2, B1 1979 2
This book is aimed at students of an intermediate level of Spanish, and provides them with the opportunity to listen to conversations in the accents of the various regions of the Spanish-speaking world. These dialogues are accompanied by several exercises, while the audio cassettes may also be used to practice pronunciation. 16 ELE - A la escucha Ramón Palencia Ediciones SM A2, B1 1992 1
17 ELE 2 - Libro del alumno Belén Artuñedo & Cynthia Donson Ediciones SM A2, B1 2
This book is aimed at students with an advanced level of Spanish. Its seventeen units cover diverse topics related to modern-day Spain, including Spain's role in the EU, the position of women in society, and Spain's economic progress. The Spanish texts are accompanied by several exercises to reinforce comprehension. 18 España contemporánea Cristina López Moreno ELE C1, C2 2005 1
This coursebook is aimed at students with no previous knowledge of Spanish. Its 23 themed units are geared towards teaching the basics of the language necessary to communicate in everyday situations, as well as presenting the grammar needed to reach a lower-intermediate level. There are revision exercises after each five units in order to consolidate the material learnt, and tables of verb conjugations may be found at the back of the book. 19 Español 2000 - Nivel Elemental Nieves García Fernández & Jesús Sánchez Lobato Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. A1, A2 1996 1
The exercise book provides further exercises based on the material presented in the coursebook. 20 Español 2000 - Nivel medio - Cuaderno de ejercicios Nieves García Fernández, Jesús Sánchez Lobato & Pedro Gomis Blanco Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. B1 1990 2
This exercise book is divided into eighteen themed units which cover basic grammatical material and verb conjugation. After every two units there is a 'practica más' section which consolidates the material already learnt. The answer key to the exercises may be found at the back of the book. 21 Español en Marcha - Nivel básico - Cuaderno de ejercicios Francisca Castro Viùdez, Pilar Dìaz Ballesteros y Carmen Sardinero Franco Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. A1, A2 2005 1
This course is aimed at students with an intermediate level of Spanish. This book contains units 1 - 5, and is aimed at taking the student to an upper-intermediate level. Each unit begins with a '¿Qué me cuentas?' section, in which the theme of the unit is presented, followed by a 'Se dice así' section which tackles grammatical points. 'Y ahora tú' then presents exercises on the two preceeding sections. 22 Esto funciona A Equipo Pragma Edelsa/Edi6 B1, B2 1989 1
This book contains units 6 - 10, and takes the student from the upper-intermediate level they have achieved with "Esto funciona A" to an advanced level of Spanish. The structure of the units is exactly the same as the first book, except that the material is more complex. The audio cassettes accompanying this series may be found in the Language Lab. 23 Esto funciona B Equipo Pragma Edelsa/Edi6 B2, C1 1989 1
24 Express Track Spanish: Student's Book Susana Chiabrando, European Schoolbooks Limited A1, A2 1989 1
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the Spanish language. Although designed for use in a classroom, it is also suitable for self-study. It includes coverage of basic grammar as well as vocabulary necessary for conversation in everyday situations. 25 Foundations Spanish 1 Cathy Holden & Marîa del Carmen Gil Ortega Palgrave A1, A2 2005 1
This book builds upon the material taught in "Foundations Spanish 1" and provides a smooth transition from an elementary to an intermediate level. The structure of the units is exactly the same as the preceeding book. The material is more complex and aims at improving written and oral expression. 26 Foundations Spanish 2 Marîa Eugenia Greco & Gabriel Sánchez-Sánchez Palgrave A2, B1 2005 1
A comprehensive, self-contained programme that will enable the student to quickly master the pronunciation of Spanish, including vowels, diphthongs, consonants, stress and intonation patterns. 27 How to Pronounce Spanish Correctly Stanley W. Connell & Martha Lucia Torres Passport Books A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2 1990 2
28 Intercambio - Level 1 Miquel, Sans, Difusion 1989 1
This exercise book contains several exercises based on the themes in the 'Ámbitos' of the "Libro del Alumno". 29 Intercambio 1 - Cuaderno de ejercicios Lourdes Miquel & Neus Sans Difusion S.L. A1 1989 1
The books in this series have the same structure: each of the eight themed 'Ámbitos' are divided into three 'Módulos' which tackle the grammar and vocabulary of the theme. This first book is aimed at beginners, and teaches the student the basic tennets of the language needed to communicate on an everyday basis. 30 Intercambio 1 - Libro del alumno Lourdes Miquel & Neus Sans Difusion S.L. A1 1989 1
This exercise book contains several exercises based on the themes in the 'Ámbitos' of the "Libro del Alumno." 31 Intercambio 2 - Cuaderno de ejercicios Lourdes Miquel & Neus Sans Difusion S.L. B2, C1 1990 2
This coursebook builds upon the material presented in "Intercambio 1" and takes the student from a lower-intermediate level to an advanced level. Like "Intercambio 1" it is divided into eight themed 'Ámbitos' which are subdivided into three 'Módulos,' tackling the advanced grammar and broad range of vocabulary needed to understand the themes, which are taken from Spanish culture and contemporary issues. 32 Intercambio 2 - Libro del alumno Lourdes Miquel & Neus Sans Difusion S.L. B2, C1 1990 6
33 Manual práctico de escritura académica Vol. II Estrella Montolio (coord.) Ariel C1, C2 2000 2
This book is aimed at upper-intermediate students, and is designed to further develop the four language skills through a content-based approach, for example by shifting the focus from grammar learning to learning grammar through communication. As such, the eight chapters are themed on concepts in the social sciences, humanities, and applied sciences, and the vocabulary taught is taken from a wide range disciplines. Further exercises and activities are available at the course website, www.mhhe.com/noticias 34 Noticias Alan Bell & Ana María Schwartz McGraw Hill Companies, Inc C1, C2 2001 1
This student's book provides further practice of the material taught in the "Libro del Alumno." Consequently, its twelve lessons contain exercises based on the twelve lessons of the "Libro del Alumno." At the end of every chapter is a section covering a particular cultural or historical area of the Spanish-speaking world. After every four lessons there is an 'evaluaciòn y repaso' section which consolidates the material covered. 35 Nuevo ELE Avanzado - Cuaderno de ejercicios Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM C1, C2 2003 1
This coursebook is aimed at students with an advanced level of Spanish. The book is divided into twelve lessons in which advanced grammar, vocabulary and phonetics are tackled, followed by a series of exercises. Each lesson also includes a section on the sociocultural aspects of Spain and Latin America, accompanied by exercises based on this material. The lessons are divided into three blocks of four lessons, after which there is an 'evaluaciòn y repaso' section which revises the skills learnt. 36 Nuevo ELE Avanzado - Libro del alumno Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM C1, C2 2003 2
37 Nuevo Ele Inicial / New Ele Initial Virgilio Borobio, Instituto Cervantes 2002 2
This student's book contains exercises that allow further practice of the material taught in the "Libro del Alumno." As such, its twelve units follow the same structure. 38 Nuevo ELE Inicial 1 - Cuaderno de ejercicios Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM A1, A2 2003 1
This book is designed for taking beginners to a lower-intermediate level of Spanish. The book covers all the basics of the Spanish language, including simple grammatical rules and verb conjugation, as well as providing the student with key vocabulary. Like the other books in the series, its lessons are divided into three sections, at the end of which there is an opportunity to consolidate the material learnt. 39 Nuevo ELE Inicial 1 - Libro del alumno Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM A1, A2 2003 2
This coursebook is the latest edition of the "Nuevo ELE inicial" series, and although the basic structure of the lessons, the exercises and cultural material have been revised and updated. 40 Nuevo ELE Inicial 2 - Libro del alumno Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM A1, A2 2006 1
This coursebook is aimed at students with an intermediate level of Spanish. As with the other books in this series, the twelve lessons are divided into three blocks, each of which have revision exercises at the end. 41 Nuevo ELE Intermedio - Libro del alumno Virgilio Borobio Ediciones SM B1, B2 2005 2
42 Nuevo Ven 1 - Libro de ejercicios (incluye CD-audio) Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa A1, A2 0 1
43 Nuevo Ven 1 - Libro del alumno (incluye CD-audio) Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa A1, A2 0 1
44 Nuevo Ven 2 - Libro de ejercicios (incluye CD-audio) Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín & Reyes Morales Edelsa B1 0 1
45 Nuevo Ven 2 - Libro del alumno (incluye CD-audio) Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín & Reyes Morales Edelsa B1 0 1
46 Nuevo Ven 3 - Libro del alumno Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Mariano del M. de Unamuno Edelsa B2 0 1
47 Nuevo Ven 3 - Libro del alumno (incluye CD-audio) Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Mariano del M. de Unamuno Edelsa B2 0 1
48 Nuevo Ven 3 - Libro del ejercicios (incluye CD-audio) Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Mariano del M. de Unamuno Edelsa B2 0 1
49 Órbita 1 Rafael Fente Gómez & Enrique Wulff Alonso Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. A1, A2 1991 5
This course is aimed at students with no previous knowledge of Spanish. This book contains units 1 - 7, and is aimed at taking the student to level A2. Each unit begins with a '¿Qué me cuentas?' section, in which the theme of the unit is presented, followed by a 'Se dice así' section which tackles grammatical points. 'Y ahora tú' then presents exercises on the two preceeding sections. 50 Para empezar A Equipo Pragma Edelsa/Edi6 A1 1989 1
This book contains units 8 - 14, and takes the student from the A2 level they have achieved with "Para empezar A" to a lower-intermediate level of Spanish. The structure of the units is exactly the same as the first book, except that the material is more complex. The audio cassettes accompanying this series may be found in the Language Lab. 51 Para empezar B Equipo Pragma Edelsa/Edi6 A1, A2 1989 1
52 Preparación para el Certificado Inicial Marta Baralo, Berta Gibert & Belén Moreno de los Ríos Edelsa A2, B1 1994 1
This book offers: a) presentation in concise form, for review, an explanation of the topics usually studied in level 1, b) provision of a variety of effective, workable exercises to supplement those in the basic textbook, and to help the student attain mastery of the specific point being reviewed. 53 Primer libro - Workbook Robert J. Nassi & Bernard Bernstein AMSCO School Publications, Inc. A1 1
54 Prisma Comienza A1 - Prisma del alumno Equipo Prisma Editorial Edinumen A1 2002 1
55 Prisma Continua A2 Raquel Blanco, Raquel Gomes, Silvia Nicolas, Carlos Oliva, Marisa Reig, Maria Ruiz de Gauna y Ruth Vazques Equipo Prisma 2009 2
This book is aimed at students of a lower-intermediate level, and is aimed at bringing students up to an intermediate level of Spanish. The book contains twelve units, each one structured in the same way; the topic is introduced by a series of small articles, accompanied by sections covering the grammar and vocabulary introduced in the text, and followed by a series of exercises that cover the material in the passages as well as language skills learnt. The units may be tackled in any order, although each unit makes use of grammar and vocabulary encountered in preceeding units. Revision exercises are included at the back of the book. 56 Prisma Progresa B1 - Prisma del alumno Equipo Prisma Editorial Edinumen B1 2003 1
This coursebook seeks to improve the oral proficiency of students with an upper-intermediate level of Spanish through exercises that require them to use their vocabulary and practice the grammatical structures within the context of the themed chapters. An answer key to the exercises and verb charts may be found at the back of the book. 57 Punto y aparte Sharon W. Foerster, Anne Lambright & Fátima Alfonso Pinto McGraw Hill Companies, Inc B2, C1 2002 1
58 Segundo libro - Workbook Robert J. Nassi & Bernard Bernstein AMSCO School Publications, Inc. B1 1
The object of this book is to improve reading comprehension and expand the student's vocabulary. The book contains numerous articles taken from Spanish newspapers and magazines, followed by a series of multiple-choice questions. 59 Selección España - Libro del estudiante J. Derrick Mackereth & Antony Heathcote Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd B1, B2 1980 1
This course is for students with a basic knowledge of Spanish who wish to advance to an upper-intermediate level. Although it is designed specifically for those wishing to take the D.E.L.E, it is equally useful for all lower-intermediate students. Each of its fifteen themed units are structured in the same way: the theme is introduced by an extract from a newspaper, followed by explanations of the grammar and vocabulary found in the text, and accompanied by several exercises. The answer key to the exercises may be found at the end of the book. 60 Síntesis Mercedes Belchi Arévalo & Paul J. Carter Sociedad General Española de Librerias S.A. B1 1995 1
One of the most efficient self-study methods available, with extensive recordings of the material, which are essential for the success of the course. This course aims at providing students with a basic grasp of the Spanish language. It presents the most important words and expressions likely to be needed in a visit to a Spanish-speaking country, and provides key vocabulary together with basic language patterns that can be adapted to most situations. A pronunciation guide, a brief explanation of essential grammar and useful information sections are also included. 61 Spanish with Ease J. Anton Assimil A1, A2, B1, B2 1987 1
62 Suena 1 Libro del Alumno Maria Angeles Alvarez Martinez, Ana Blanco Canales, Maria Luisa Gomez Sacristan, Nuria Perez De La Cruz, Grupo Anaya Comercial 2000 1
This exercise book has the same structure as the "Libro del Alumno," and contains exercises that provide further practice of the material covered in that book. 63 Sueña 2 - Cuaderno de ejercicios Ana Blanco Canales Grupo Anaya S.A. B1 2000 1
This book is aimed at taking students from a lower to an upper-intermediate level of Spanish. The book is comprised of ten chapters, each one divided into five units. The first two deal with grammar and vocabulary used in the themed introductory text, while writing skills and pronunciation are dealt with in 'Toma Nota' and 'Suena Bien' respectively. At the end of each chapter there is a cultural section as well as revision exercises. Verb tables are included at the back of the book. 64 Sueña 2 - Libro del alumno Ana Blanco Canales Grupo Anaya S.A. B1 2000 1
This course is aimed at teaching beginners the language skills required in a visit to a Spanish-speaking country. Each of its twenty 'unidades' teach the grammar and vocabulary needed in a particular everyday situation, such as ordering food or booking a hotel room. As such, oral communication skills receive the greatest emphasis, although reading and writing skills are also covered. 65 Sueños World Spanish Mike González, Luz Kettle & María Elena Placencia BBC Books A1, A2 1995 1
Tying in with a BBC radio and television series, this is part of a multi-media Spanish course for adult beginners of all ages and educational backgrounds, designed to meet learners' practical language needs and suitable for classroom and self-study. 66 Sueños World Spanish - Activity Book Aurora Longo & Almudena Sánchez BBC Books A1, A2 1995 2
Thinking Spanish Translation is a comprenhensive and revolutionary 20-week course in translation method offering a challenging and entertaining approach to the acquisition of translation skills. 67 Thinking Spanish Translation : A Course in translation method: Spanish to English Sandor Hervey Ian Higgins Louise M. Haywood Routledge 1995 1
This book contains exercises based on the material in the "Libro del Alumno," providing further practice of the theory covered in that book. 68 Ven 1 - Libro de ejercicios Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa A1 1991 1
This book is designed for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish, and takes them to a lower-intermediate level. It provides a thorough grounding in basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. It also provides an introduction to the culture of the Hispanic civilisation. 69 Ven 1 - Libro del alumno Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa A1 1991 2
This book contains exercises based on the material in the "Libro del Alumno," providing further practice of the theory covered in that book. 70 Ven 2 - Libro de ejercicios Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa B1 1991 1
This coursebook builds on the material taught in "Ven 1," and aims at taking the student to an upper-intermediate level. The course material is subsequently more complex than that encountered in "Ven 1," with emphasis on increasing written and oral expression. The cultural information, too, is of a higher level and of a wider scope. 71 Ven 2 - Libro del alumno Francisco Castro, Fernando Marín, Reyes Morales & Soledad Rosa Muñoz Edelsa B1 1991 1
This course is aimed at providing the student with a level of competence that will allow them to satisfy their most general communication needs. As such, the material taught is geared primarily towards communication needs rather than the difficulty of grammar structures, with vocabulary chosen on the same basis. The audio cassettes are central to the course, and the dialogues on them form the basis of the exercises in the book. 72 Viaje al español 1 RTVE & Universidad de Salamanca RTVE and Universidad de Salamanca A1 1991 1
This is the second book in the "Viaje al Español" series, and builds upon the material taught in the first book. By this stage the student should have grasped the basics of the Spanish language, and in this book cultural material is introduced as the subject matter for the exercises. 73 Viaje al español 2 RTVE & Universidad de Salamanca RTVE and Universidad de Salamanca A2, B1 1992 1
This is the third book in "Viaje al Español" series, consolidating the material taught in the previous two books as well as indroducing the more advanced material that should take the student to an intermediate level. Verb conjugation, both regular and irregular, are throughly covered, as well as practice on grammatical points students find most problematic. 74 Viaje al español 3 RTVE & Universidad de Salamanca RTVE and Universidad de Salamanca B1, B2 1992 1

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